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Important Considerations When Choosing an OEM

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

January 01, 2023, ... scrap rates. Request data to back any claims made by the OEM. Ensure the system is easy to operate – this extends to training operators, time to onboard new people in the proficient operation of the ...

Gregory Billhardt Promoted to CEO of American Cutting Edge

(News | New Products)

January 01, 2023, ... of the Board. American Cutting Edge announces Gregory Billhardt has been promoted from President and Chief Operating Officer to President and Chief Executive Officer, as former CEO Charles Biehn Jr. ...

A Twisty Road to the Top

(News | New Products)

December 11, 2022, Breaking Down Boxes- New Episode Out Now Breaking Down Boxes- New Episode Out Now Gene Marino, President, Akers Packaging Service Group and AICC Past Board Chair, and Joe Morelli, Vice President ...

For Composite Packaging Recycling, the Future is Now

(Flexpack)

December 04, 2022, As we move toward a circular economy, the technology now exists to separate and repurpose materials from combination packages. As we move toward a circular economy, the technology now exists to separate ...

Palco Industrial Marking and Labeling Installs Second Epson SurePress Digital Label Press

(News | New Products)

November 30, 2022, ... solution in 2019 and recently onboarded the SurePress L-6534VW UV press to support the surge in client demand. “We originally chose Epson because it was a great prime label solution for entry into digital. ...

Automating the Die-cutting Process for Zero-fault Production

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

November 27, 2022, ... pressures to deliver high quality at top speed in shorter runs with less waste, whilst also being equipped to handle new types of board with more recycled content. E-commerce has changed packaging dynamics. ...

Recycling is Broken

(News | New Products)

November 25, 2022, ... is compostable packaging. Compostable packaging today is not limited to cardboard or paper-based products, but includes newly-developed compostable plastics and other flexible materials. Not only do the ...

The Value of Atmospheric Plasma

(Surface Prep)

November 20, 2022, ... or makeup. Linear Plasma’s Capabilities - Materials and Applications Linear Plasma opens up numerous surface treating applications such as polymer foam, extruded boards, sheets, panels (up to 2 meters ...

Methods for Closed Loop Coating Thickness Control

(Coating/Laminating)

November 13, 2022, There are many methods currently available for online measurement of coating thickness. By Bob Pasquale, President, New Era Converting Machinery There are many methods currently available for online ...

INTEGREON GLOBAL appoints Michael Hays New President

(News | New Products)

November 13, 2022, ... enterprise strategy and board level involvement.  As a long-term employee and eventual Division General Manager, he was integral in the growth of his original company, Premier Industries, which was later ...

HOW TO: Combine the Capabilities of a Duplex Center Winder with the Productivity Gains of a Turret

(Coating/Laminating)

November 06, 2022, Introducing the Catbridge 900MC: The best of both worlds Introducing the Catbridge 900MC: The best of both worlds The innovative 900MC combines the capabilities of a duplex center winder with ...

Glue Tabs: Failures?

(News | New Products)

October 30, 2022, In almost 40 years in the containerboard and corrugated industry, I have never heard of a box failure due to the manufacturer’s joint that was properly die cut and had 100 percent adhesive coverage. By ...

Straight Down the Mountain

(News | New Products)

October 25, 2022, Breaking Down Boxes- New Episode Out Now Breaking Down Boxes- New Episode Out Now Gene Marino, President, Akers Packaging Service Group and AICC Past Board Chair, and Joe Morelli, Vice President ...

A More Strategic and Inclusive AIMCAL

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

October 23, 2022, ... to signify this more focused, intentional direction, the AIMCAL team and Board of Directors have decided to rename the organization. We believe that this will open up opportunities to be more inclusive ...

Enhanced Partner Program Increases Value at PACK EXPO International

(Upcoming Conference News)

October 17, 2022, ... Board The Tube Council UCIMA – Italian Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Association U.S. Department of Commerce (D.O.C.) World Packaging Organization (WPO) As part of the PACK EXPO Industry ...

The Pros and Cons of Flexo vs. Gravure Printing

(Print)

October 16, 2022, ... making the technology ideal for everything from film to paperboard. When it comes to ink, flexo printing is the superior choice due to the ease of printing with a wider variety of inks. Flexo is also ...

GAA honors Golden Cylinder Award winners

(News | New Products)

October 11, 2022, The Gravure AIMCAL Alliance Committee (GAA) honored winners in its annual Golden Cylinder Award competition at a Welcome and Awards ceremony at the AIMCAL R2R USA Conference The Gravure AIMCAL Alliance ...

OMNI Systems moves into Prime Labels with Martin Automatic and Mark Andy Technology

(News | New Products)

October 10, 2022, ... from film to laminate and paperboard, with a maximum roll diameter of 50” (1270mm) and top production speed of 300m/min. For those unfamiliar with the ‘butt splice’ technique of Martin’s MBS range, it ...

Toray’s Commitment to Innovation Helps Forge the Future of Flexible Packaging

(Upcoming Conference News)

October 10, 2022, Attendees at Pack Expo International 2022, October 23-26, who are seeking information about leading-edge advancements in OPP and PET packaging and label films are invited to meet with the Toray Plastics ...

Maximizing Labor, Time and Safety with Slitter Rewinder Automation

(Equipment/Machines - Converting)

October 09, 2022, ... valuable data for process improvement and using configurable dashboards are the way of the future. Here are a few examples that contribute to consistent roll quality, regardless of operator experience ...